Self-care ideas for seniors that are easy and free Self-care is an important part of anyone's life, and it becomes even more important as we get older. Taking care of ourselves helps us stay healthy and happy, both physically and mentally. Here are five easy and free self-care ideas for seniors that can help you [...]
Living with osteoporosis: Tips for seniors to manage the condition and stay active Osteoporosis is a condition that affects many seniors, and can make everyday activities such as walking or climbing stairs difficult. If you're living with osteoporosis, it's important to take steps to manage the condition and stay active. In this blog post, we'll [...]
Reasons to Hire a Home Care Service for your Parents You may be thinking that your parents aren’t old enough to need any help, or maybe that they are too old to find them the “right” help. As we age, our needs change and it is important to have a caregiver on hand who can [...]
How Kidney Failure is Linked to Aging It's no secret that kidney function declines with age. Approximately one-third of all adults aged 75 and older have some degree of chronic kidney disease. However, many seniors may not be aware of the seriousness of this condition or what they can do to prevent it from developing. [...]
Everyday Problems Seniors Face and How to Address Them Imagine looking in the mirror and not recognizing your own reflection. The face staring back at you is thin and aged and with deep wrinkles. It's hard to believe that this person is still alive, let alone you! This is what it feels like for many [...]
Physical Activities : What's Suited for Seniors Physical activity is an important part of a healthy lifestyle at any age, but it’s especially crucial for seniors. As we get older, our bodies change and we may become less active. This lack of activity can lead to health problems such as obesity and heart disease – [...]
Colon Cancer in Seniors: What you Need to Know Since March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, we want to provide some helpful information to help prevent it, or at least detect it early to provide the best chance of treatment. Colorectal cancer is the third most common form of cancer in the United States. It [...]
Resistance to outside care is fairly common among elderly people. It can be difficult for elderly adults to accept the help of others, especially if they previously lived alone or with family members (such as an elderly adult child). All elderly people who are unable to do things on their own should receive assistance. Resistance [...]
Living Healthy and Aging Gracefully As the baby boomer generation enters their 60s, 70s and 80s, more individuals are expected to live longer. It is important for these individuals to stay healthy both physically and mentally as they age in place. Living healthily and aging gracefully can mean different things for different people. For some [...]
What to know about Lung Cancer in the Elderly Lung cancer is the most common form of cancer in America. The majority of people diagnosed with lung cancer are over the age of 70 years old, and they tend to be more sensitive to the side effects associated with treatment. While it may seem like [...]
